Curb Painting: 20 Bucks!

Published Jul 29, 2009 at 4:07 PM

Receive the latest real-estate updates in your inbox

So you came home today to a note on your door informing you that the house number on the curb is going to be painted. All you have to do is fork over a $20 donation.

Is it a scam? Maybe. Do you have to comply? Absolutely not!

Most local counties and cities require that anyone interested in painting curb numbers for profit must obtain a permit. This way the authorities know who they are, and if problems arise, how to stop them. Keep in mind, local governments have different rules and regulations related to curb painting.

In Los Angeles County the painter has to get prior approval for any literature they plan to hand out.